Sutton, Greater London Hours: Full-Time, Term Time Only Contract: Temporary to Permanent Opportunity Pay: Competitive Daily Rate SEND Teaching Assistant, PMLD Axcis Education is currently looking for a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). This highly rewarding role involves working closely with pupils who have complex learning needs, physical disabilities, medical needs, and communication difficulties. As a Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support to help pupils access learning, develop independence, and achieve their individual goals in a safe and nurturing environment. This role would suit candidates with experience in SEND education, care work, support work, healthcare, residential care, or nursing support. Key Responsibilities As a Teaching Assistant, you will: • Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with PMLD and complex needs. • Support pupils with classroom activities, sensory learning, and communication-based tasks. • Assist with the delivery of personalised learning programmes and EHCP targets. • Use a range of communication methods, including visual aids, sensory approaches, and assistive technology. • Support pupils with mobility needs, including the use of specialist equipment where required. • Provide personal care, including toileting, feeding, and changing, whilst maintaining pupils' dignity and wellbeing. • Support pupils during therapy sessions and sensory activities. • Monitor pupil engagement, progress, and wellbeing throughout the school day. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who: • Has experience supporting children or young people with PMLD, complex needs, physical disabilities, SLD, ASD, or medical needs. • Is comfortable providing personal care and supporting pupils with daily living skills. • Has a caring, patient, and nurturing approach. • Can build strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff. • Has excellent communication and teamwork skills. • Holds relevant qualifications in Education, Health & Social Care, Care, or SEND support (desirable but not essential). Why Work Through Axcis Education? • Competitive rates of pay. • Long-term opportunities with potential permanent contracts. • Specialist SEND school placements. • Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant. • Access to free SEND and safeguarding training. • The opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of children with complex needs. Apply Today INDLON <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Charlotte Carberry on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1046.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Charlotte Carberry&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1046</strong></strong>